What interface does the Samsung PM1653 use?

The PM1653 uses SAS 24Gb/s with dual-port configuration for high availability. This interface doubles bandwidth over 12Gb/s SAS, supports failover protection, and is compatible with enterprise servers requiring SAS controllers like HPE Smart Array or Dell PERC.

What are the performance specifications?

Sequential reads reach 4200 MB/s, writes 3700 MB/s; random 4K reads 770K IOPS, writes 135K IOPS. The Rhino controller optimizes for hybrid workloads, delivering consistent performance in read-intensive enterprise applications like databases and virtualization.

Is this SSD suitable for mission-critical use?

Yes, with 1 DWPD endurance over 5 years, 2 million hours MTBF, and dual-port redundancy for failover. Features like TRIM and garbage collection ensure long-term reliability in 24/7 data center environments handling heavy I/O workloads.

What form factor and dimensions?

2.5-inch drive with 15mm z-height, measuring 100.2 x 69.85 x 14.8 mm and weighing 158g. Fits standard 2.5-inch hot-swap bays in rack servers from Dell, HPE, and Lenovo without adapters.

What NAND technology is used?

128-layer V-NAND TLC provides high density, endurance, and performance. This 3D NAND outperforms planar TLC while maintaining enterprise reliability for sustained write cycles in hybrid workloads.

What workloads is it optimized for?

Hybrid read-intensive applications including OLTP databases, virtual desktop infrastructure, and content servers. The 1 DWPD rating supports mixed read/write patterns common in enterprise storage arrays.

MZCLO7T6HBLA-00AMZ - Samsung MZILG7T6HBLA-00A07 7.68TB SAS 24G Dual-Port Enterprise SSD

Name: MZCLO7T6HBLA-00AMZ - Samsung MZILG7T6HBLA-00A07 7.68TB SAS 24G Dual-Port Enterprise SSD
Brand: Samsung
SKU: MZCLO7T6HBLA-00AMZ

MZCLO7T6HBLA-00AMZ - Samsung MZILG7T6HBLA-00A07 7.68TB SAS 24G Dual-Port Enterprise SSD | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Samsung PM1653 MZILG7T6HBLA-00A07 is a high-performance enterprise-class solid state drive designed for mission-critical applications in data centers and servers. Featuring 7.68TB capacity utilizing 128-layer V-NAND TLC technology, it supports SAS 24Gb/s dual-port interface for enhanced reliability and failover protection. Sequential read speeds reach 4200 MB/s and write speeds 3700 MB/s, with random 4K read performance up to 770K IOPS and write up to 135K IOPS, powered by an advanced Rhino controller that doubles bandwidth over previous generations. Optimized for 24x7 operation, the PM1653 offers 1 DWPD endurance over 5 years, making it suitable for read-intensive and hybrid workloads including databases, virtualization, and big data analytics. The 2.5-inch 15mm form factor with dimensions 100.2 x 69.85 x 14.8 mm and weight of 158g fits standard enterprise server bays. Dual-port design ensures continuous operation if one path fails, reducing TCO through improved stability and availability. MTBF of 2 million hours underscores its reliability for enterprise storage infrastructure. Compatible with SAS 24G controllers in major server platforms, it streamlines high-density storage deployments while maximizing throughput for heavy workloads.

7.68TB 128-layer V-NAND TLC.
SAS 24Gb/s dual-port 4200/3700MB/s.
770K/135K IOPS 1 DWPD endurance.
2.5in 15mm enterprise form factor.
2M hours MTBF dual-port failover.
Hybrid read-intensive workload rating.

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Manufacturer part #	MZCLO7T6HBLA-00AMZ
Brand	Samsung
Condition	New
Model	PM1653 MZILG7T6HBLA-00A07
Controller	Rhino Controller
NAND Flash	128-layer V-NAND TLC
Device Type	Solid state drive - internal
Product Line	PM1653
Product Type	Solid State Drive - SAS Enterprise
TRIM Support	Yes
Workload Rating	Hybrid Read-Intensive

Compatible systems

Broad compatibility with enterprise SAS servers from Dell, HPE, Lenovo. Supports major hypervisors and OS with native drivers.

Dell PowerEdge
Model: R750
Form factor: 2U Rack
Generation: 15th Gen
Compatible with PERC H755 SAS controller
HPE ProLiant
Model: DL380
Form factor: 2U Rack
Generation: Gen10 Plus
Smart Array SR Gen11 supported
Lenovo ThinkSystem
Model: SR650
Form factor: 2U Rack
Generation: V2
ThinkSystem SAS adapters required

Best for

Database Servers
High-transaction OLTP workloads running SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL with consistent low-latency I/O and 1 DWPD endurance for 24/7 reliability.
Virtualization
VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, KVM hypervisors hosting multiple VMs requiring predictable random read/write performance up to 770K/135K IOPS.
Big Data Analytics
Hadoop, Spark clusters processing large datasets with high sequential throughput of 4200 MB/s reads for efficient data lake operations.

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SAS Enterprise SSDs Samsung SSDs 7.68TB Enterprise SSDs 2.5-inch Enterprise SSDs

MTBF	2.0 Million Hours
Capacity	7.68TB
Endurance	1 DWPD (5 years)
Random Read 4K	770K IOPS
Random Write 4K	135K IOPS
Sequential Read	4200 MB/s
Sequential Write	3700 MB/s

Weight	158g
Dimensions	100.20 x 69.85 x 14.80 mm
Form Factor	2.5-inch 15mm

Ports	Dual SAS 24Gb/s
Interface	SAS 24Gb/s Dual Port

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